How much does an epidemiologist make in Tennessee?
$97,310a year
Median yearly pay for epidemiologists in Tennessee. That is $46.78 an hour or $8,109 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.78
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,080Median: $97,310Highest 10%: $137,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,080 | $36.10 | |
| 25th | $82,370 | $39.60 | |
| Median | $97,310 | $46.78 | |
| 75th | $112,000 | $53.82 | |
| 90th | $137,600 | $66.14 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for epidemiologists.
| 7. Illinois | $102,700 |
| 8. Maryland | $101,800 |
| 9. Nevada | $99,880 |
| 10. Tennessee | $97,310 |
| 11. Oregon | $93,620 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $88,770 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $87,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an epidemiologist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $46.78 ($97,310 a year).
Do epidemiologists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $97,310 against $87,220 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for epidemiologist pay?
Tennessee ranks 10 of 42 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.